Matera

Ape Calessino Tour in Matera's Sassi Discover Matera's Sassi in a comfortable, scenic, and original way with a private Ape Calessino tour, ideal for those who want to experience the city without long walks. Aboard an iconic vehicle, you'll travel through the ancient heart of Matera, passing evocative views, historic squares, neighborhoods carved into the rock, and panoramic spots perfect for taking photos. The route starts from Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, right in the city center, and takes you along some of the city's most representative places. You will cross Via del Corso, Piazza del Sedile, the Civita district, and Piazza Duomo, where you can admire the Romanesque-Apulian style Cathedral and the ancient noble palaces that tell Matera's history. The tour continues towards Sasso Barisano, passing through Via D’Addozio and the area of the Church of Sant’Agostino, one of the most panoramic points in the city. From here, the route continues along Via Madonna delle Virtù to Porta Pistola, with spectacular views of the Gravina and the Sassi, before reaching the area of Piazza San Pietro Caveoso. The experience also includes admission to a furnished Cave House, where you can discover firsthand how people lived in the rock-cut dwellings in the past. It is an important stop to understand daily life in the Sassi, among traditional furnishings, household objects, and environments that tell the most authentic memory of the city. This panoramic Ape Calessino tour in Matera lasts approximately 0.8 hours and is a private tour, with an easy difficulty level. It is particularly suitable for families, couples, travelers with limited time, and those who want to discover the Sassi with greater comfort. Available languages include Italian, English, Spanish, and French, with a multilingual audio guide along the route. The package includes Ape Calessino tour with an expert driver, audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, and French, entrance ticket to the Casa Grotta, panoramic photo stops, assistance during the tour, included transfers, and a 10% discount coupon to be picked up at the agency. Meals, drinks, extra entrance tickets, tips, souvenirs, optional activities, and special transfers are not included. To best enjoy the experience, we recommend comfortable clothing, season-appropriate shoes, a reusable water bottle, and a camera or smartphone to capture the most beautiful views of the Sassi. Book your Ape Calessino tour in Matera's Sassi and discover the city from a comfortable, panoramic perspective, perfect for those who want to see a lot in a short time.

Discover one of Basilicata's most evocative places with a private tour of Craco from Matera, amidst Lucanian landscapes, scenic ruins, and local traditions. Aboard an air-conditioned minivan, you will reach the famous ghost town of Craco, a destination suspended in time, famous for its mysterious atmosphere and for having been chosen as a film location. The tour includes admission to the Craco Scenic Museum Park and the Emotional Museum, with the opportunity to participate in an Italian group tour with an expert guide among the ruins of Craco Vecchia. You will walk through abandoned alleys, stone buildings, and panoramic views that tell the story of a village marked by time, nature, and the memory of the territory. The experience continues towards Pisticci, with a stop at the Museo Essenza Lucano, dedicated to the history and tradition of the iconic Amaro Lucano. Here you can discover an immersive journey through scents, flavors, and stories related to the production of the famous Lucanian liqueur, with the option to taste exclusive cocktails optional and payable on site. This Craco tour in Basilicata is designed for those who wish to experience a comfortable, organized, and content-rich excursion, without worrying about travel. The service includes customizable pick-up and drop-off in Matera, a professional driver, tourist assistance, and private transfer to reach Craco Vecchia and Pisticci in total comfort. The total duration is approximately 4 hours, with intermediate difficulty. The tour is a private formula, and the available languages are Italian and English. The package includes private transfer with Mercedes V-Class or Ford Transit minivan, entrance to Craco, guided group tour in Italian at Craco Vecchia, stop at the Museo Essenza Lucano, professional driver, air-conditioned van, water bottles, free maps, tourist assistance, and transfers included. Meals, drinks, optional cocktail tasting, personal expenses, and extra purchases are not included. To best enjoy the experience, we recommend comfortable walking shoes and a camera or smartphone to capture the Basilicata landscapes and the evocative atmosphere of the ghost town. Book your private Craco tour from Matera and experience an itinerary through history, cinema, and Lucanian tradition, with the convenience of a custom-organized transfer.

Depart from Matera for a day trip to Puglia and discover three iconic locations in one experience: Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, and Locorotondo. An excursion designed for those who want to visit villages, panoramic views, and iconic places without stress, with private transfer, professional driver, and the option to choose between an independent visit or a dedicated full-day guide. The first stop is Polignano a Mare, a village overlooking the Adriatic, famous for its panoramic terraces, white historic center, and sea views. You can stroll through the alleys, reach the Bourbon Bridge over Lama Monachile, admire the panorama from the belvederes, and take a photo near the statue of Domenico Modugno. It's the perfect stop to breathe in the brighter, more marine atmosphere of Puglia. The journey continues towards Alberobello, the village of trulli recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you can walk between the Rione Monti and the Aia Piccola, observe the Trullo Siamese, the Church of Sant’Antonio, Casa d’Amore and the majestic Trullo Sovrano. It is an ideal stop to discover the most recognizable architecture of the Itria Valley up close and experience the authentic atmosphere of the trulli. The last stop is Locorotondo, one of the most charming villages in the Itria Valley, known for its white houses, cummerse, neat streets, and panoramic views. During your free time, you can visit the Mother Church of San Giorgio, stroll along Via Nardelli, reach the Villa Comunale, and admire the valley landscape. For wine lovers, Locorotondo is also linked to the tradition of its famous local white wine. The excursion lasts approximately 10 hours, with an easy difficulty level and is available in a private formula. The service includes private transfer from Matera in a Mercedes V-Class or Ford Transit minivan, professional driver, air-conditioned van, bottled water, free maps, tourist assistance via phone, WhatsApp or email, and the possibility of customizable pick-up and drop-off in Matera. You can choose the transfer-only option, with approximately 2 hours at each destination to explore independently, or the option with a full-day guide, to experience Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, and Locorotondo with dedicated accompaniment for the entire day. Tourist guide not included in the transfer-only option, meals, drinks, entrance tickets, and tips are not included. Available languages are Italian and English. To make the most of your day, we recommend comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and, in case of rain, an umbrella or K-Way. Book your excursion from Matera to Polignano, Alberobello, and Locorotondo and discover three faces of Puglia in a single day, with the convenience of a private transfer and the freedom to choose your pace of visit.

Discover the ancient heart of the city with a guided tour of the Sassi of Matera, a walking tour through Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, panoramic alleys, cave dwellings, rock churches, and glimpses that tell centuries of history. Accompanied by an expert tourist guide, you will experience Matera beyond a simple self-guided visit, truly delving into its rupestrian identity and its millennial history. During the tour, you will explore the two historic districts of the Sassi, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site, discovering the rock-hewn architecture, ancient dwellings, small squares, and the city's most evocative views. The guide will lead you along an engaging itinerary, sharing stories, curiosities, and explanations about daily life in the past and Matera's evolution over time. The tour includes entry to a typical Casa Grotta (Cave House), where you can observe firsthand how people once lived within the Sassi, and a visit to the Rock Church of Sant’Antonio Abate, carved into the rock and linked to the city's religious tradition. These are fundamental stops for understanding Matera not just as a destination to photograph, but as a place inhabited, lived in, and transformed over centuries. This guided tour of the Sassi of Matera lasts approximately 2 hours, has an easy difficulty level, and is available in various modes: shared tour, private tour, tours for pre-arranged groups, and the sunset tour in Italian option. Available languages are Italian, English, Spanish, French, and German. The meeting point is at the Martulli Viaggi agency at Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera, in the central area. It is advisable to reach it on foot, as the street is not accessible to private vehicles. Transfers, meals, drinks, tips, additional services, and any unspecified tickets are not included. To fully enjoy the tour, we recommend comfortable shoes, season-appropriate clothing, a reusable water bottle, and, in case of rain, an umbrella or K-Way. Book your guided tour of the Sassi of Matera and discover Barisano and Caveoso with a local guide's narrative, amidst history, panoramic views, and the city's iconic landmarks.

Tour of Murgia Materana Park and Matera Belvedere Discover Matera's most scenic and wild side with a guided tour of Murgia Materana Park, amidst nature, archaeology, rock churches, and spectacular views of the Sassi. A comprehensive experience with a licensed AIGAE hiking guide, admission ticket included, access to the reserved area of Murgia Timone, and shared round-trip transfer from Matera city center. During the tour, you will enter the heart of the Park of the Rupestrian Churches of Matera, within the UNESCO Sassi and Murgia Park site. You will visit the archaeological area of Murgia Timone, where traces of an ancient Neolithic village can be found, and walk along panoramic paths, natural caves, and places carved into the rock. The tour also includes a visit to the Crypt of San Falcione and the rock church of Madonna delle Tre Porte, two important testimonies of Matera's rupestrian spirituality, known for their historical, artistic, and religious value. Before reaching the Belvedere, you will also cross the Golgotha area, famous for having been chosen by Mel Gibson as the location for some scenes of the film The Passion of the Christ. The most anticipated moment arrives at the Matera Belvedere, one of the most iconic panoramic points from which to admire the Sassi from the other side of the Gravina. Here the landscape unfolds in all its power: caves, canyons, rock churches, and the ancient city that lights up, especially during sunset departures. This experience lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, with an easy difficulty level, and is available in both private formula and group tour. Available languages are Italian, English, and Spanish. The meeting point is at Via Alessandro Volta 3/5, Matera, from which the shared transfer to Murgia Park departs. The package includes a licensed AIGAE hiking guide, admission ticket to Murgia Materana Park, access to Murgia Timone and panoramic Belvedere, shared round-trip transfer from Matera city center, entrance to the rock churches of San Falcione and Madonna delle Tre Porte, a city map, and a 10% discount coupon at MòVado Food & Drink bar in Piazza Duomo. Meals, drinks, hotel pick-up/drop-off, and tips are not included. To make the most of the tour, we recommend comfortable shoes or trekking suitable footwear, clothing appropriate for the weather conditions, a reusable water bottle, and a camera or smartphone to capture the views. Book your tour of Murgia Materana Park and experience Matera from its most exciting viewpoint: the Belvedere, amidst rupestrian history, nature, and light on the Sassi.